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Faversham Town midfielder Lewis Chambers says their players will be out to give the supporters something to shout about in final matches of their Isthmian South East season

Lewis Chambers says Faversham’s players will be out to give their supporters something to shout about in their final three matches.

The Lilywhites sit 13th in Isthmian South East and appear to have little left to play for.

Faversham's Lewis Chambers in action against Whitstable earlier in the season in a defeat at Salters Lane. Picture: Les Biggs
Faversham's Lewis Chambers in action against Whitstable earlier in the season in a defeat at Salters Lane. Picture: Les Biggs

A 1-1 home draw against leaders Hastings leaves them seven points clear of the bottom three but, realistically, only able to climb up one position before the end of their campaign.

Town were left watching Hastings celebrate at Salters Lane last weekend, as they claimed the point they required to be crowned champions.

But versatile midfielder Chambers reckons Town’s players will be out to put on performances for the club’s fans when they visit basement boys Whitstable this Saturday (1pm kick-off), host second-placed Ashford on Easter Monday (3pm kick-off) in another Kent derby and end their campaign against Cray Valley who are also likely to finish in the top five.

“The fans have been immense all-year round,” he said.

“Even a crowd came down to Whitehawk on a Tuesday night (as the Lilywhites drew 1-1 last month). They came a long way.

Popular Faversham centre-back Matt Bourne made his 450th club appearance in the draw with champions Hastings. Picture: Chris Davey
Popular Faversham centre-back Matt Bourne made his 450th club appearance in the draw with champions Hastings. Picture: Chris Davey

“We will try to finish the season strongly for them.

"Hopefully we can give them something to cheer about.”

Town started 2022 with a New Year’s Day 2-2 draw at Ashford and Chambers commented: “The Ashford game at their ground, that was a good game.

"We all enjoyed it, so we’ll try and get a result against them again on Monday.

“Whitstable is a massive game, they are fighting for survival.

Town started 2022 with a 2-2 draw at Ashford and welcome them to Salters Lane on Easter Monday. Picture: Ian Scammell
Town started 2022 with a 2-2 draw at Ashford and welcome them to Salters Lane on Easter Monday. Picture: Ian Scammell

“But we are, obviously, there to get a result ourselves and carry some momentum into next season.”

Striker Marcus Elliott had given Faversham the lead against Hastings before midfielder Sam Hasler scored from a free-kick right before half-time to help earn the East Sussex side the point they needed.

“Obviously, they came there only needing a point but we played really well and went 1-0 up,” reflected Chambers whose long throw is a big weapon for the Lilywhites.

“I thought it was a bit of a soft free-kick for their goal, but it’s a good finish from their lad.

“After that went in, it was quite an even game, but it was enjoyable to play in.

“It wasn’t nice to see (Hastings’ title celebrations at Salters Lane after the match) but fair play to them. They were the most consistent side over the season.”

The match also saw Matt Bourne make his 450th club appearance.

Chambers was delighted for the popular centre-half, saying: “It shows what kind of character he is.

“He is a lovely fella off the pitch and a handful on the pitch, and pops up with goals as well.”

Of Town’s current crop, next on the list for most club appearances after Bourne is midfielder Sam Bewick - on 132!

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